Katie Taylor prepares for final professional boxing match at Croke Park

Katie Taylor returns to Dublin this Saturday for her farewell boxing match against Flora Pili. The 40-year-old fighter steps into the 82,000-capacity Croke Park venue to compete for the undisputed light-welterweight title. Taylor enters the bout with a 25-1 professional record after a career that included winning Olympic gold and five world amateur titles. Her transition to the professional ranks followed a quarter-final defeat at the Rio 2016 Games, a moment she credits as the catalyst for her decision to pursue a professional career. Throughout her tenure, Taylor has maintained a consistent team, including manager Brian Peters, trainer Ross Enamait, and promoter Eddie Hearn. The upcoming fight marks the final chapter for the Irish boxer, who is recognized for her role in the inclusion of women's boxing in the Olympic program.

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